“Permission to Be Human: How to Create a Thriving People-First Culture, Starting with Yourself”

Research shows that people crave connection, belonging, and purpose at work, but sadly that's far from the norm for most organizations. And when our world gets turned completely upside-down we need permission to be human even more. So instead of breading an environment of disconnected, disengaged, zoomed-out zombies, gain the confidence and tools to create a thriving people-first environment starting with yourself, then your team, and organization at large. MaryBeth will guide you through a practical and replicable process to slow down, reflect and realign to what matters most in your human experience.

As the founder and chief visionary of SparkVision, MaryBeth Hyland knows that extraordinary success is rooted in the vision, values, and culture crafted by purpose-driven leaders and their teams. With more than a decade of experience, built on knowledge from a BA degree in social work and a master’s in nonprofit management, she is known for her ability to guide individuals and teams to know, own, and live their values.

She does that with the understanding that we all have a deep desire to know and return to our most authentic selves — at work, home, and within. As a culture consultant, mindfulness instructor, and values expert, Hyland engages audiences and teams all over the world with her authentic style of facilitation, coaching, and empowerment.

Her recent awards include The Daily Record’s Circle of Excellence, Innovator of the Year, Top 100 Women, and Leading Women, and Associated Black Charities’ Civic Engagement Leader. She also has been recognized as a leading expert by The Washington Post, HuffPost, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal.

Hyland is the author of “Permission to Be Human: The Conscious Leader’s Guide to Creating Values-Driven Culture,” and her life’s mission is to create spaces where voices are heard, stories are released, and alignment is ignited.

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